Terms and Conditions
North Central Small Business Development Center
Last Updated: October 13, 2026
1. About This Website
This website is operated by the North Central Small Business Development Center (North Central SBDC), hosted by Onondaga Community College. The Center is part of the New York Small Business Development Center network, administered by the State University of New York (SUNY), and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
The website provides information about business advising services, educational programs, training opportunities, resources, and other activities intended to support small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website.
2. Use of Website Information
Information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes.
North Central SBDC makes reasonable efforts to provide useful, accurate, and current information. However, business regulations, financing programs, market conditions, and other information may change. We do not guarantee that all website information is complete, accurate, or current at all times.
Visitors are encouraged to verify information independently and seek appropriate professional assistance when making important business decisions.
3. Business Advising and Educational Services
North Central SBDC provides confidential, no-cost business advising services and offers educational programs and resources for small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs.
Information provided through this website, including articles, publications, training materials, and online courses, is intended to support informed business decision-making.
Website content does not establish a formal advising relationship, and access to the website does not guarantee eligibility for or availability of specific services.
North Central SBDC does not guarantee particular business outcomes, financing approvals, profitability, or other results from the use of its services or educational resources.
4. Professional Advice Disclaimer
Information presented on this website is not intended to replace professional legal, accounting, tax, investment, or other specialized advice.
While North Central SBDC advisors assist clients in understanding business-related issues and evaluating available options, visitors should consult appropriately licensed or qualified professionals when circumstances require specialized professional guidance.
5. Intellectual Property and Use of Materials
Unless otherwise indicated, website content, including written materials, graphics, logos, videos, educational resources, and other materials, is owned by or used with permission of North Central SBDC, Onondaga Community College, SUNY, the SBA, or other respective rights holders.
Visitors may access, download, and print publicly available materials for personal, educational, or internal business purposes, provided that applicable copyright notices and source acknowledgments are retained.
Materials may not be sold, commercially redistributed, misrepresented, or used in a manner that violates applicable intellectual property rights without appropriate authorization.
Certain materials may be subject to additional licensing or usage restrictions established by their respective owners.
6. Online Learning and User Accounts
Certain educational resources and online courses may require visitors to create an account or register through a learning management platform.
Users are responsible for providing accurate registration information and maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials.
Users agree not to share account access improperly, impersonate others, interfere with platform operations, or use educational resources in violation of applicable laws or platform policies.
Access to specific courses, training materials, or online services may be subject to additional terms established by the applicable platform or program provider.
7. Acceptable Website Use
Visitors agree to use this website lawfully and responsibly.
Prohibited activities include:
- Attempting unauthorized access to website systems, accounts, or data
- Introducing malicious software or otherwise interfering with website operations
- Submitting fraudulent, misleading, threatening, or unlawful content
- Misrepresenting an affiliation with North Central SBDC or its institutional partners
- Using website resources for unauthorized commercial solicitation, spam, or other improper purposes
- Copying or distributing protected content in violation of applicable intellectual property rights
North Central SBDC may restrict access to website features or services when necessary to protect website security, functionality, or users.
8. Third-Party Websites and Resources
This website may contain links to external websites, business resources, government agencies, educational platforms, financial institutions, and other organizations.
These links are provided for informational convenience and do not necessarily constitute an endorsement or recommendation.
North Central SBDC does not control the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of external websites and is not responsible for their operation.
Visitors should review the applicable terms and privacy policies of external websites before providing personal information or using their services.
9. Privacy and Information Collection
North Central SBDC respects the privacy of individuals who visit the website or request services.
Information submitted through website forms, registration systems, or other electronic communications is handled in accordance with applicable privacy policies, institutional requirements, and laws.
Certain website functions may be operated by third-party service providers or educational platforms that maintain their own privacy policies.
For additional information, please review our [Privacy Policy](https://www.northcentralsbdc.org/privacy).
10. Website Availability and Security
North Central SBDC makes reasonable efforts to maintain the availability and functionality of this website.
However, website access may be interrupted by maintenance, technical difficulties, security issues, or circumstances beyond our control.
We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or that the website will be free from errors, viruses, or other technical risks.
Visitors are responsible for maintaining appropriate security protections on their own devices and networks.
11. Limitation of Responsibility
Website information and educational resources are provided for general informational purposes.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, North Central SBDC and its institutional partners are not responsible for business decisions, financial losses, or other damages resulting solely from reliance on website information or the unavailability of website services.
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to waive or limit any rights, protections, or obligations that cannot lawfully be waived or limited.
12. Changes to These Terms
North Central SBDC may revise these Terms and Conditions periodically to reflect changes in website services, operating practices, institutional requirements, or applicable laws.
Updated terms will be published on this page, together with the date of the most recent revision.
Continued use of the website following publication of updated terms constitutes acceptance of the revised terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.
13. Applicable Law
These Terms and Conditions are intended to be interpreted in accordance with applicable federal law and the laws of the State of New York.
Nothing in these terms is intended to supersede applicable laws, regulations, or policies governing Onondaga Community College, SUNY, the New York Small Business Development Center network, or the U.S. Small Business Administration.
14. Contact Information
Questions about these Terms and Conditions or the operation of this website may be directed to:
North Central Small Business Development Center
Onondaga Community College
4926 Onondaga Road, Room 400
Syracuse, NY 13215
Phone: 315-498-6070
Email: sbdc@sunyocc.edu
Website: https://www.northcentralsbdc.org
15. Program Acknowledgment
North Central SBDC is part of the New York Small Business Development Center network, administered by the State University of New York, and funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed through Center-produced educational materials do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Services are provided in accordance with applicable federal and state program requirements and nondiscrimination policies.
4926 Onondaga Road, Room 400, Syracuse, NY 13215
Phone number: 315.498.6070
Phone number: 315.498.6070
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North Central Small Business Development Center. Partnership Program with the SBA, administered by the State University of New York. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the US.
